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Technical and operational problems at the Spanish Franchisor Registry (the "Registry") have resulted in the Spanish Authorities suspending the activities of the Registry. As a result, the obligation on franchisors to register with the Spanish Franchisor Registry when granting a franchise in Spain is suspended until further notice.

In the first quarter of 2018, restrictions on foreign ownership are set to change due to the passing of a new investment law permitting 100% foreign ownership of UAE companies in certain business sectors outside of the 'free zones'.